Lab Tech -Laboratory - Per Diem 8 Hours Variable Shift (Union, Non-Exempt)

University of Southern California; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 110,240 - 181,896; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in California is seeking a Lab Tech for their laboratory services. This position involves supervising laboratory staff and performing complex assays in the Blood Bank. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Clinical Lab Science and at least 4 years of experience, including supervisory roles. Additional qualifications include a valid CLS license and proficiency in quality control procedures. This role offers competitive salary and responsibilities across dual campuses.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in an Acute Care Facility setting.
• 1–2 years in a senior or supervising capacity.
• Prior experience working as a Blood Bank CLS.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a variety of manual, semi‑automated, and automated assays.
• Maintain quality control and accuracy in laboratory results.
• Train and orient new employees in laboratory procedures.
• Manage departmental budget and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Clinical Lab Scientist

Blood Bank experience

Quality control

Preventative maintenance

Supervisory skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited program for Clinical Lab Scientist

Job description

Lab Tech - Laboratory - Per Diem 8 Hours Variable Shift (Union, Non-Exempt)

The Supervisor, Laboratory Services (CLS - Blood Bank) performs a variety of standardized and highly specialized assays in the Blood Bank. As Supervisor, the individual is responsible for technical and staff supervision, administrative management of the section and for assuring proficiency of staff, accurate instrument operation, performance of maintenance and troubleshooting measures, quality control, quality assurance and proficiency testing. The supervisor is responsible for the departmental budget, employee relationships, customer service, performance improvement, and maintaining intra‑ and inter‑departmental communication. 24/7 accountability for dual campuses.

Essential Duties

• Perform and supervise a variety of manual, semi‑automated and automated assays while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and productivity.
• Recognize normal, abnormal and critical results and take appropriate action as required, including appropriate considerations for the age of the patient.
• Monitor and maintain adequate supply levels for a specified section of the laboratory.
• Communicate and interact effectively with co‑workers and guests of the institution.
• Obtain specimens from designated patients as necessary.
• Adhere to established Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional growth and development by attending Continuing Education sessions; actively participate in the Department's Quality Assurance program and attend meetings as necessary.
• Instruct, orient new employees and complete the orientation checklist; communicate with employees on day‑to‑day operations of the section and review implemented changes with all staff.
• Evaluate new technical procedures and assure their accuracy and implementation in the section.
• Manage and monitor quality control data and perform calibration and preventive maintenance procedures in a timely manner.
• Provide input to annual Performance Appraisal review for staff rotating in the section; assist in the process of commendations, counseling, interview and selection of employees.
• Assist the department in meeting accreditation requirements by licensing agencies.
• Reinforce the use of personal protective equipment and maintain a safe work environment, requiring safe work practices.
• Coordinate and integrate department services on intradepartmental, interdepartmental and hospital‑wide levels; plan for provision of service through appropriate staffing; ensure policies and procedures support scope of service.
• Establish and maintain performance improvement and quality control activities that support the department and the hospital.
• Provide orientation, training and continuing education to staff.
• Monitor space/resource requirements and utilization of outside resources.
• Assure results are available within defined TAT guidelines.
• Adhere to Safety / Infection Control guidelines using personal protective equipment as required.
• Demonstrate willingness to take on new tasks and additional responsibilities.
• Display flexibility to cover the lab in emergencies and difficult staffing situations.
• Maintain an English‑speaking environment in all work areas.
• Perform related duties as assigned or requested by the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program for Clinical Lab Scientist.
• 4 years of experience in an Acute Care Facility setting with 1–2 years in a senior or supervising capacity.
• Prior experience working as a Blood Bank CLS.
• Prior senior or supervisory experience, including specialized and complex analysis, computer experience, quality control, calibration, QC evaluation, inventory control, preventative maintenance, and quality improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Microbiology (ASCP) certification preferred but not required.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid and current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) license from the State of California.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).

The annual base salary range for this position is $110,240.00 - $181,896.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.